Poor circulation to the foot is most commonly caused by the arteries in the leg experiencing progressive blocking, which is known as atherosclerosis. People who have diabetes have more of a chance of developing poor circulation to the foot. Other people who are at a high risk of developing poor circulation to the foot include people who smoke, have high blood pressure, have high cholesterol, and people who are physically inactive.

The group of problems that occur because of poor circulation to the foot is referred to as “peripheral vascular disease.” Examples of such problems include sores, infections, cuts, and much more. When these problems develop they do not heal well, and in some cases they do not heal at all without the help of special care. This is because blood carries vital elements, such as oxygen, that the body needs to heal and repair itself. When a person has poor circulation they are not receiving those vital elements.

Poor circulation can be treated in a variety of ways with the help of your doctor or vascular surgeon. If the person has diabetes, then this may be the cause of poor blood circulation. The doctor will then help the person gain good control of the blood glucose levels within the body.

The doctor will also address problems such as smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and the lack of exercise. The doctor may feel the need to give the patient a blood clotting medicine, such as anti-platelet agents and anticoagulants. These are used to help prevent blood clotting. The peripheral arteries can also be enlarged if the doctor feels that is the best solution. This can be done using angioplasty. The vascular surgeon can use a vein from another part of the body to bypass the narrow or blocked artery.

Ways to prevent problems from occurring may include wearing foot wear that is not too tight. If pressure is applied in any areas then sores or other problems may occur.

Dr. Robert Neufeld, DPM is a board certified podiatrist with over 20 years experience in the field of podiatry. His extensive knowledge of conditions in the foot and ankle allow him to provide patients with the highest level of care. He is not only qualified to diagnose and treat foot conditions and ankle pain, but also maintains podiatric medical and surgical privileges at Union Hospital, Overlook Hospital, and the Center for Ambulatory Surgery. Dr. Neufeld’s practice specializes in the treatment of foot and ankle pain, and can treat several foot conditions including bunions, Morton’s neuroma, ingrown toenails, plantar fasciitis, and more.

Taking good care of your feet is important to your overall health, especially for those with diabetes. It is recommended that diabetics and even other patients schedule annual visits to a podiatrist in order to be sure that your feet are healthy. Dr. Neufeld and his staff are both friendly and accommodating, and will provide top quality care for all types of foot and ankle pain or conditions. His offices are located in Union, New Jersey and have various patient hours so that it is hassle free to come in for a visit regardless of your schedule. Make sure that you are taking all the necessary steps to ensure your overall health by also taking good care of your feet and visiting a podiatrist at the first sign of trouble.

Author Bio: Dr. Robert Neufeld, DPM is a board-certified podiatrist specializing in the treatment of foot and ankle pain. Dr. Neufeld started a private practice in 1983, & became a professional member of prestigious organizations such as the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society. http://www.robertneufeld.com

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